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Bengaluru biker offers ice creams to roadside workers amid scorching heat
Bengaluru biker offers ice creams to roadside workers amid scorching heat: ‘One ice cream, many smiles’
Bengaluru biker offers ice creams to roadside workers amid scorching heat: ‘One ice cream, many smiles’
A Bengaluru biker distributed ice creams to roadside workers in 40° heat, and the internet praised his thoughtful gesture.
Updated on: Apr 25, 2026 1:08 PM IST By Mahipal Singh Chouhan Share via Copy link As several parts of India continue to reel under intense summer heat, a heartwarming video from Bengaluru has struck a chord with social media users. The clip shows a local rider stepping out in the sweltering weather to offer ice creams to roadside workers, bringing smiles to many faces. A Bengaluru biker offered ice creams to workers during extreme heat, leaving social media users moved by his kindness. (Instagram/leki_goswami01) (Also read: Bengaluru biker offers petrol to family after scooter runs out of fuel: ‘Humanity is still alive’) The video was shared on Instagram by user Lakshman Goswami, who posted the clip with a message about spreading kindness during extreme temperatures. The caption read, “40° heat, one ice cream, many smiles.” In the now-viral clip, Goswami is seen riding through the city before stopping at a spot where labourers and roadside workers were carrying out their daily tasks. He then approaches them and hands over ice creams, offering a brief but meaningful moment of relief from the scorching heat. Several workers appeared surprised at first before accepting the gesture with smiles. The video captured their reactions, with many thanking him for the thoughtful act. Watch the clip here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by LAKSHMAN BHARTEE ♌️🇮🇳 (@leki_goswami01)Social media users praise the thoughtful gesture
The video quickly gained traction online, with many Instagram users applauding Goswami for his compassion and highlighting how small acts of kindness can make a significant difference. One user wrote, “This is so wholesome. Humanity still exists.” Another said, “Respect for this man. These workers deserve appreciation for working in such extreme heat.” A third user commented, “Small gestures like these can make someone’s day better.” (Also read: Woman recounts arriving in Bengaluru at 3 am, says Rapido rider made her feel safe) Another added, “God bless you for thinking about people who are often ignored.” One Instagram user wrote, “This made me emotional. The smiles on their faces say everything.” Another commented, “More people should learn from him. Kindness costs nothing.” A user also said, “These workers are the real heroes who continue working despite such harsh weather conditions.” Another wrote, “One ice cream may seem small, but the happiness it brought was priceless.” ABOUT THE AUTHOR Mahipal Singh Chouhan Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.Read More Compassion Kindness Bengaluru Get Latest Updates on Trending News Viral News, Video, Photos and Weather Updates of India and around the world News/Trending/Bengaluru Biker Offers Ice Creams To Roadside Workers Amid Scorching Heat: ‘One Ice Cream, Many Smiles’ See LessAs several parts of India continue to reel under intense summer heat, a heartwarming video from Bengaluru has struck a chord with social media users. The clip shows a local rider stepping out in the sweltering weather to offer ice creams to roadside workers, bringing smiles to many faces.
(Also read: Bengaluru biker offers petrol to family after scooter runs out of fuel: ‘Humanity is still alive’)
The video was shared on Instagram by user Lakshman Goswami, who posted the clip with a message about spreading kindness during extreme temperatures. The caption read, “40° heat, one ice cream, many smiles.”
In the now-viral clip, Goswami is seen riding through the city before stopping at a spot where labourers and roadside workers were carrying out their daily tasks. He then approaches them and hands over ice creams, offering a brief but meaningful moment of relief from the scorching heat.
Several workers appeared surprised at first before accepting the gesture with smiles. The video captured their reactions, with many thanking him for the thoughtful act.
Watch the clip here:
One user wrote, “This is so wholesome. Humanity still exists.” Another said, “Respect for this man. These workers deserve appreciation for working in such extreme heat.” A third user commented, “Small gestures like these can make someone’s day better.”
(Also read: Woman recounts arriving in Bengaluru at 3 am, says Rapido rider made her feel safe)
Another added, “God bless you for thinking about people who are often ignored.” One Instagram user wrote, “This made me emotional. The smiles on their faces say everything.” Another commented, “More people should learn from him. Kindness costs nothing.”
A user also said, “These workers are the real heroes who continue working despite such harsh weather conditions.” Another wrote, “One ice cream may seem small, but the happiness it brought was priceless.”
Source: HindustanTimes
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